Men and women who work at home making high quality craft items are to display their wares.

Twelve of them are joining forces to stage their first exhibition of the year in Witham Hall, Barnard Castle, County Durham.

The week-long display starts on Thursday.

Exhibitor Lawrence Staley, of Mickleton, has attracted attention from all over the country with his glass engraving.

Lesley Gerrard, of Lartington, creates handmade greetings cards and will have a selection on display.

They are members of the self-help group Made in Teesdale, set up last year to boost the rural economy.

The exhibition will be open from 10am to 5pm daily. Admission is free.